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2010
Friday, November 5 -- Pittsburgh Breakaway
Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh Airport, Pittsburgh PA
Topic: Care of the Vulnerable Elderly - Limit 100 attendees
(1 reward pt)
2011
Friday, March 11, State College Breakaway, Topic: Diabetes - Limit 100 attendees, (1 reward pt)
Thursday, May 12, Heritage Hills, York Topic: Hypertension - Limit 100 attendees, (1 reward pt)
Friday, November 4, Nemacolin Breakaway, Topic: Diabetes - Limit 100 attendees, (1 reward pt)
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| Clinical Simulation/Module 2 | | Participants have the option of completing the clinical simulation portion of the module immediately following the 60 question knowledge assessment. Participant must bring his/her own laptop computer |
| | | | Fees | | The fee to participate in the SAM Study Group includes all materials and lunch and is needed to offset speaker costs. This fee is separate from the fee that the ABFM charges to complete the module. |
| | | | FAQ's | What is SAM?
SAM is an important part of the ABFM’s Maintenance of Certification for Family Physicians (MC-FP) process. A SAM consists of 2 parts: a knowledge assessment and clinical simulation.
When do I need to take a SAM?
The ABFM's roll-out of MC-FP was designed to gradually transition all Diplomates into the program by 2010, enrolling all physicians who certify or recertify as they successfully pass the examination. The first group entered MC-FP in 2004 and was comprised of those physicians who certified or recertified in 2003. The last group to enter the program in 2010 will be those who certify or recertify in 2009.
Under the current MC-FP program, each certified Diplomate must successfully complete a series of modules in three separate 3-year windows (called Stages). Completing these requirements in a timely manner within the first two Stages will allow Diplomates to extend the life of their certificate from seven to ten years. If Diplomates are unable or choose to NOT meet the requirements of Stage One and/or Stage Two, the 7-year certificate remains valid, but six Part II modules and one Part IV module must be successfully completed within the seven years preceding the Part III Cognitive Examination. To be considered current in MC-FP on the 7-year cycle, a Diplomate must complete one module per year. In addition to completing the modules, Diplomates are required to maintain a valid, full, and unrestricted license and obtain 300 credit hours of CME during the six years prior to the cognitive examination.
What is a PAFP Foundation SAM Study Group?
Physicians who have entered the ABFM Maintenance of Certification cycle come together to complete the knowledge assessment section for the MC-FP SAM requirement. Facilitated by expert faculty, this group works through the 60 core competency questions assessing, reviewing, and deciding as a group the best answer.
After completing the session, PAFP staff report your answers to the ABFM and you are guaranteed a passing grade. No computer entry by you is needed.
What do I have to do after attending a SAM Study Group to finish the Self Assessment Module (Part ll)?
Your next step is to go to the ABFM Web site, pay the necessary fees, and complete the clinical simulation section. The clinical simulation section presents patient care scenarios corresponding to the topic module. Now you have completed Part ll of the MC-FP.
How do I earn CME?
Fifteen (15) CME credits are awarded for successfully completing each Part II Module. 15 credits will be automatically posted to your AAFP account upon completion of the module.
What are the other requirements for Maintenance of Certification?
Please visit the ABFM Web site for more information. | | |
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